Smart Medicine

Harnessing the Patient-Led Revolution: Susannah Fox on the Future of Smarter Healthcare

Healthcare has long talked about putting patients at the center. But what if the real future of medicine asks something more? In this season finale of Smart Medicine, Dr. Scott Sigman sits down with Susannah Fox, anthropologist, and former Chief Technology Officer at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, to explore what she calls the patient-led revolution. Drawing on years of research into how patients and caregivers use technology, data, and community to solve problems, Susannah offers a powerful framework for understanding how innovation is often driven from the ground up.  From rare disease communities and peer-to-peer health networks to diabetes device innovation, this conversation reveals what becomes possible when patients are seen not just as recipients of care, but as partners in shaping its future. If smart medicine is about better outcomes, this episode makes the case that listening to patients may be one of the smartest moves of all.

The Case for Physician Collaboration in the Age of AI

Medicine has always been a team sport. But in an era of information overload, growing subspecialization, and rapidly evolving AI tools, one big question remains: how do doctors get the right knowledge, from the right experts, at the right time? In this episode of Smart Medicine, Dr. Scott Sigman sits down with Dr. Rohan Ramakrishna, an award-winning neurosurgeon, surgical neuro-oncologist, and co-founder of Roon, to explore the future of physician collaboration. Together, they unpack the real dangers of medical misinformation, the limitations of one-size-fits-all AI, and why trusted, doctor-to-doctor knowledge-sharing may be one of the most important opportunities in modern care. Dr. Ramakrishna also shares how Roon evolved from a patient education platform into a space where physicians can exchange ideas, pressure-test their thinking, and learn across specialties.  If the future of medicine is smarter, it may be because great clinicians are no longer thinking alone. Disclaimer: The products, platforms, and services mentioned in this episode are for informational purposes only. Their inclusion does not constitute an endorsement, recommendation, or affiliation by Veradigm. Veradigm is not responsible for the accuracy, content, or availability of any third-party products or services discussed. Listeners are encouraged to conduct their own evaluation before making any decisions based on the information presented. For more information about Veradigm solutions, visit veradigm.com [http://veradigm.com]

The ROI of Compassion and the Technology That Unlocks It

What if one of the most effective ways to improve the bottom line… is simply being more compassionate? In this episode of Smart Medicine, Dr. Scott Sigman sits down with Dr. Anthony Mazzarelli—Co-President and Co-CEO of Cooper University Health Care—who makes a bold case for what he calls Compassionomics: the idea that compassion isn’t just good medicine; it’s measurable, scalable, and tied to outcomes leaders care about. And when it comes to the “how,” Dr. Mazzarelli argues it’s the right technology that can unlock more human care. From “big AI” to “little AI,” as he calls it, investing in the tools and the training that free up clinician time is the ingredient he’s seen transform care at scale, and it could do the same for your organization. So if innovation and compassionate patient care are topics you care about, Dr. Mazzarelli is a leader you’ll want to hear from.

The Digital Heart: Wearables, Data, and Smarter Cardiac Care

Do you have your finger on the pulse of what’s happening in cardiac care? If not, this episode is the perfect place to catch up. Dr. Scott Sigman is joined by Dr. Mintu Turakhia, a cardiologist, technologist, and industry innovator at the forefront of digital health. Together, they explore how cardiac care has evolved from bulky Holter monitors to consumer wearables and how these innovations are scaling.  As Chief Medical and Scientific Officer at iRhythm, Dr. Turakhia shares how smarter wearable technology and refined workflows are improving patient experience while giving physicians clearer, more actionable data. The conversation also digs into the realities of AI in medicine and the importance of meaningful physician review. If you want to understand what’s truly at the heart of modern cardiac technology, start the episode.

Rewriting Menopause Care: What Hormones, Strength, and Science Tell Us Now

Menopause has long been treated as something to get through. But what if it’s actually something we need to get right? In this episode of Smart Medicine, Dr. Scott Sigman sits down with orthopedic surgeon, longevity expert, and women’s health advocate Dr. Vonda Wright to explore what’s actually happening during perimenopause and menopause. Together, Dr. Sigman and Dr. Wright explore why women’s midlife pain is so often dismissed, and how strength training, movement, and mindset are essential tools for aging with power. They also tackle the complicated history of hormone replacement therapy and the changes on the horizon. Whether you’re a clinician, a partner, or curious about the future of women’s health, this episode offers a smarter way forward.